Razer · Released Jun 2023 Last verified April 30, 2026

Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) Review

Name: Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black)
Brand: Razer

Gaming · 2023 · Black

Specdex verdict Razer's Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) lands at 86/100 — a solid premium pick that trades on the small details, even if it doesn't unseat the category leaders.

Razer's Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) — 2023 gaming headset.

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Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) — Gaming · 2023 · Black

Specdex Score

/ 100

anc 70

sound 86

comfort 84

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Editorial · Specdex take

Pros

+Low-latency 2.4 GHz wireless (most)
+Detachable broadcast mic
+Console compatibility

Cons

−Bulkier than audiophile cans
−Game-tuned EQ
−Software required on PC

Who's the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black) for?

Quick verdicts for the most common buyer profiles, derived from the sub-scores above.

Power users and creators Skip

Compute scores trail current top-tier — look at our step-up alternatives below if performance is the priority.

Battery-life shoppers Consider

Battery sub-score of 86 is solid but not class-leading — fine for typical days, charging top-up likely on heavy days.

Budget-conscious buyers Buy

At $199 this is a genuine value play — Specdex score of 86 far exceeds the typical sub-$500 baseline.

In the box

What you get when you unbox the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro (2023) (Black).

Headphones
Hard travel case
USB-C charging cable
3.5 mm audio cable
Airline adapter (region-dependent)

Standard contents — region/SKU may vary; confirm at retailer.

Full score breakdown

Editorial · Specdex score

anc 70

sound 86

comfort 84

battery 86

features 86

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